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RecNation launched in 2020 to acquire and develop RV and boat storage facilities across the U.S. Since then, it's launched one complementary business after the next. [Image: RecNation]
RecNation Snags $500M Debt Facility To Scale Nationwide RV & Boat Storage, Rental Service
by Lance Murray | May 24, 2023
Founder and "Chief Camper" Gary Wojtaszek plans to use the facility to scale his fast-growing company, a leading owner, operator, and developer of RV and marine storage facilities. RecNation now has 47 facilities across six states, and is expanding to offer rental, sales, and repair support as well.
by David Seeley |
May 24, 2023
Picklemall is led by Dallas-based CEO West Shaw and backed by billionaire Austin financier Steve Kuhn, who founded Major League Pickleball in 2021. "The future of pickleball is indoors," Kuhn says—and it will be high-tech too, with in-court cameras capturing gameplay in real time.
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by Glenn Hunter |
May 24, 2023
Lyda Hill Philanthropies and TAMEST, the Texas Academy of Medicine, Engineering, Science, and Technology, have launched the Hill Prizes. The new program will provide $2.5 million in funding to support the research of Texas scientists.
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by Lance Murray |
May 23, 2023
Frisco-based Netwrix announced it has received a strategic investment from Centerbridge Partners LP, a global multi-strategy private equity firm.
Netwrix, a cybersecurity vendor, said that TA Associates, a leading global private equity firm, remains the majority shareholder, with members of Netwrix’s senior management team and Updata Partners retaining minority positions in the business....
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Angel Investing for Startups Built on Faith
by Nicole Ward, DRC Data Journalist | May 23, 2023
Lion's Den DFW recently brought together students, founders, and investors at Dallas Baptist University for a unique pitch competition. With DBU's Patriot Angel Network and Beyond Angels joining forces, the event highlights the growing influence of faith-driven businesses, where purpose and profit align for a higher plane of success.
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by David Seeley |
May 23, 2023
Like a flock returning to a favorite haunt, electric rental scooters and e-bikes from Bird, Lime, and Superpedestrian will begin appearing on Dallas streets Wednesday. The move comes three years after they were banned from the city due to safety and clutter concerns. The focus now is on providing a more sustainable, safe, orderly, and equitable experience. See what's different this time—and how riders could get slapped with fines up to $200 for breaking the rules.
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by Lance Murray |
May 22, 2023
The DEC Network is about to celebrate its 10th anniversary as a nonprofit entrepreneurship ecosystem builder in Dallas-Fort Worth. But instead of just throwing a party, it's launching even more innovation hubs to help entrepreneurs start, build, and grow their businesses—including The DEC's new RedBird Innovation Center. Besides housing The DEC's HQ, it will offer co-working space, provide business incubation, accelerator programs, podcasting rooms, an event space, and more.
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by Lance Murray |
May 22, 2023
The Fort Worth Local Development Corp. approved $500,000 over two years to create the Fort Worth Entrepreneurship Center. The center will be operated by The DEC Network in the city's Near Southside neighborhood, according to the Fort Worth Report.
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Form Bio, named as one of eight Rising Stars to be honored at iC3 2023, announced its launch at the last year's summit. [Photo: John Davidson/Form Bio]
Google Cloud Launches AI-Powered Multiomics Suite, Taps Dallas-Based Colossal and Form Bio To Help Accelerate Life Science Research
by David Seeley | May 19, 2023
Google Cloud has unveiled its AI-powered Multiomics Suite, which aims to accelerate the discovery and interpretation of genomic data, helping companies design precision treatments. As part of the rollout, Google Cloud noted that Dallas-based Colossal Biosciences has adopted the Multiomics Suite, and that Colossal spinout Form Bio has been selected to help other organizations adopt it. See what the new suite can do—and how it could help life get scienced.
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by Lance Murray |
May 19, 2023
Last year, the partnership announced a near complete sequence of the Asian elephant genome. Colossal and VGP said the sequencing work is part of a long-term effort to ensure the survival of elephant species in the face of climate change, deforestation, and disease.
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by Lance Murray |
May 19, 2023
Two Dallas entrepreneurs have been recognized by Afrotech’s Future List as founders of the year.
Dennis Cail is co-founder and CEO of the fintech startup Zirtue and Mandy Price is co-founder and CEO of the diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging startup Kanarys....
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by Lance Murray |
May 19, 2023
Anil Bariki has joined Dallas-based Anblicks and chief data and analytics officer of the data and AI company that specializes in data modernization and transformation.
“We are glad to have Anil Bariki join our team as chief data and analytics officer....
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Plano MSP Provider The 20 Adds New Human Resources Director
by Lance Murray | May 19, 2023
Audrey Conley has been appointed as human resources director of the Plano-based The 20 MSP Group, a leading managed services provider.
The firm said that Conley brings more than 15 years of experience to the role. She has a deep understanding of how to leverage HR best practices to boost employee retention, nourish company culture, and optimize the employee experience, The 20 MSP said....
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by Lance Murray |
May 19, 2023
Matt Wetrich will lead operations encompassing sales, account management, contractor recruitment, and regional operations across the company’s nine U.S. metro areas.The venture-backed proptech announced $20 million in Series B growth equity financing in December.
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by Lance Murray |
May 19, 2023
Dallas-based fintech firm Chargeback Gurus has strengthened its leadership with two key appointments: Oscar Bello taking the helm as the chief sales officer and Steve Herrmann stepping in as a senior adviser to the CEO....
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by Lance Murray |
May 19, 2023
Founded in 2017, Meritize is working to scale its operations and accelerate momentum to meet the education and training needs of fast-growing industries such as information technology and health care. The new CFO The new CFO brings nearly 30 years of corporate finance and investment banking experience to the company.
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